Ishmael

On page 12 of our book there lies a quote that has stuck with me as I read on. "Five severed fingers do not make a hand." This quote applies not only to family but to any situation that requires teamwork or group work. To me, this quote means that in order to accomplish a goal or to progress as a unit, everyone must work together in unison. 5 individuals do not make a team the same way 5 blood relatives do not make a cohesive family. If any part of a team, group, project, etc. is broken, the function of the whole has been impaired. This relates to my job as a role model for my students. There are so many channels of communication open at once with each students that I have to remain constant and to further build every relationship so that my classroom runs smoothly. 17 children and 1 teacher does not make a class or bring forth an assumed relationship, but a teacher that seeks pupils that he or she believes in and expects growth and cooperation from can build a powerful connection between teacher and student. This quote has helped me put things into perspective as far as building those connections with my students and I now realize that the growth process starts with me and how much effort I put into getting to know my students and believing in them. What does this quote mean to you guys, if it means anything?